Transmogrification at Wowhead: Guides and Features

Most everyone is running around Stormwind and Orgrimmar in their shiny transmogrified gear, but if you're still stumped on finding an outfit or want an even better one, we've got resources for you--from new features to extensive guides! (If you need a refresher on the specifics and restrictions of Transmogrification, check out the summary and blue post in our 4.3 Patch Day Guide.)

A few weeks ago, we launched our first new Transmogrification feature: Transmogrification sets. You can read all about the feature here, but here's the highlights:

We compiled over 1,100 matching itemsets--sets of gear that match, even if Blizzard didn't explicitly group them together. From classic Tier sets to matching gear from Troll heroics, we've got it covered!

We labeled some sets as "Recolor" or "Look-alike." A look-alike set has the same pattern and silhouette as class-specific tier, but with either a different color scheme or no class restrictions.

We added image browsing in addition to list browsing. You can visually preview any set--maybe you'll find something you've never heard of that looks great!

This week, we added the option to browse items by color. Big thanks to Mogit's creators for helping us out! Either type in a hexadecimal color code or click on the square to the left to change the color, hue, or saturation. You'll then get a list of items that include that hue. If you don't care about your set having matching details, but really want a specific color scheme, this tool is perfect for you.

Another feature we're working on is creating a "Same Model As" tab for every item--perfect if you really like the look of a hard-to-find item. You can already see this feature for capes, helms, and shoulders, and weapons--like Stained Shadowcraft Cap.

Finally, check out our series of Transmogrification guides:

Transmogrification: Tier Sets: This guide covers all past class-specific PvE and PvP tier sets. It provides links to each itemset and acquisition methods.

Transmogrification: Look-Alike Tier: While there are some restrictions on the type of armor players can transmogrify, there are some look-alike versions of distinctive Tier sets that any class can equip. You're in luck if you're a rogue that wants to look like a druid, or a paladin like a warrior! This guide compiles all the look-alike tier sets, which later became one of the most interesting parts of the Transmogrification Sets feature.

Transmogrification: Matching Greens: This covers all matching green-quality BoE sets--gear that comes from random world drops and is most easily collected via the AH, with some diligence.

Comments

Comment by Ashelia

on 2011-12-04T12:33:41-06:00

One quick thing of note: new sets will be added & sets with no source as of 4.3 will be removed NEXT week. I am hoping to have 'em all done by Weds. Many sets were put back on vendors and are marked in-game (but user comments will say they are out) so be aware :)

Comment by Strafer

on 2011-12-04T12:47:41-06:00

These guides are god tier.

Thank you Wowhead.

Comment by radgh

on 2011-12-04T12:50:33-06:00

Yeah, Wowhead has the best transmogrification data available. I hope that the "same model as" becomes more accessible (as in, don't show duplicates while browsing sets, but then show multiple pieces under each slot on a page like this)

Comment by Ashelia

on 2011-12-04T13:29:53-06:00

Yeah, Wowhead has the best transmogrification data available. I hope that the "same model as" becomes more accessible (as in, don't show duplicates while browsing sets, but then show multiple pieces under each slot on a page like this)

Yup, that's a HUGE project that's like 80% done. We are shooting for before Christmas to launch that =)

Comment by Pope

on 2011-12-04T14:07:27-06:00

I know it's not nice to always ask for more, but can we have the "what links here" linking to transmogrification-sets?

A link from a recolor to the original and vice versa would be just as awesome. I wish I could help you with that.

Comment by twilightzero

on 2011-12-04T22:17:15-06:00

Any chance we'll see a feature like you have with the armor sets, but for weapons in the future? :)

Comment by Jono

on 2011-12-05T04:52:47-06:00

Can we have an option for the Transmogrification sets page to shows the full height image, and to be able to set the base model for the images (so that, for example, I can set to show the images of a Worgen male).

Comment by Melly

Comment by Soldrethar

on 2011-12-18T10:46:26-06:00

For shamans that are transmogging the tier 13 raid finder shaman set, Cord of Dragon Sinew matches it perfectly. It's good if you play a male dwarf shaman, and your beard is cut partially by the big wrestler belt model, Girdle of Shattered Stone, or if you just hate the big wrestler belt model in general.

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